You Little Shih-tzu’s 😊

Tami B.

Breeder of Shih Tzus

  • Reading, MI
  • Responds within a few hours

Meet the breeder

I'm Tami B., the breeder behind You Little Shih-tzu’s 😊 located in Reading, MI. We breed high-quality puppies. We love what we do and are committed to producing well-bred, healthy puppies for loving homes. We have developed several protocols to ensure the health and well-being of all of our dogs. It’s our top priority to make sure each of our puppy families welcomes a happy and healthy new family member into their homes!

Q. & A. with Tami

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I got my first Shih-tzu and fell in love!!! I wanted to share this experience with everyone possible! This is how it all started! 🥰

  • What makes your program special?

    I’m a small home breeder, I raise my puppies in my home where there they are exposed to all sorts of noises, other animals and humans, including children, that will help them become well socialized.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Tami

Tami has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Tami partners with them to find the best puppy match.

Price

Puppy prices include a $200 non-refundable deposit and between $1,500 - $1,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price includes CKC limited registration, first round of vaccinations, deworming, a puppy pack (puppy food, blanket, potty pads and a toy) and socialized.”

Contract & health guarantee

Tami may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Tami offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don't hesitate to reach out to Tami directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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What's included

    • From Good Dog
      • Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
      • 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
      • Puppy Training Program & private community
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Initial potty training
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Tami.

Breeder's location

Meet in Reading, MI

More about Tami

  • Tami has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years

    Tami was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

Tami is a trusted Good Dog breeder

You Little Shih-tzu’s 😊 meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

  • Responsible breeding practices
  • Health of breeding dogs and puppies
  • Puppy environment and enrichment
  • Buyer education and policies

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

You Little Shih-tzu’s 😊 reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Shih Tzus.

  • DNA Profile

    Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Tami to bring home their puppies.

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    Bert V.

    Verified owner · July 2026

    After a long search to find a ShihTzu and several breeders, we came across Tami’s profile and made contact. We loved that she kept all her puppies in her own home and that her family was also involved. She did not prove me wrong. From the first time I talked with her, until we were able to pick up our little baby, she kept in touch with us as our little “Callie” grew. It is very obvious that Tami loves what she is doing. Even today, when I have questions, she is always there to answer and help us out. She is awesome.

    Denny and Debbie S.

    Verified owner · July 2026

    We wanted a breeder that had the pups in her home. Tami provided that and so much more! Sophie came home and adapted to us immediately. She knows no strangers and even as a pup she is very gentle with kids. We could not be happier with her.

    Bernard C.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    My husband and I have been overjoyed since adding a new addition our family, another fur baby! Tammy is very sociable and made us comfortable and at ease while waiting for our puppy, providing us with milestones and updates which we really enjoyed. I appreciate Tammy for being a very compassionate and professional Shih Tzu breeder.

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    Kim R.

    Verified owner · July 2026

    I had a very good experience with Tami. All her puppies were beautiful and healthy. I was lucky enough to get Coco. She fits perfect in our family. She is actually too smart for her own good. She is such a character…lol. It’s nice to work with a breeder you can trust. All the other apps you see online, were a nightmare. I would suggest to everyone to go through Gooddog. You won’t be sorry.

    Jessica R.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    Tami is the best! We are so grateful we found her! We just brought home our 2nd puppy from her. She cares so much about all of the dogs/puppies. She makes sure you go home with all the necessities and checks on you to make sure everything is going well! She begins some training...we've had minimal accidents at home! Our vet is impressed with the records she sends you home with. If you're thinking about getting a shih tzu from Tami....do it! We couldn't recommend her enough!

    Kristy P.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    I am so happy we found Tami when we were ready to get our next Shih Tzu. She was very responsive from the moment I reached out and the whole process went very smoothly. I loved that she kept us updated about our little one we as she grew and became old enough to go home with us. We brought Olive home a week ago and she is the sweetest puppy. You can tell that Tami gave the puppies so much love and attention because our little puppy girl is so smart for being so young. It was an absolute pleasure working with Tami to find and bring home our little Olive.

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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